Defending champion Rafael Nadal exults after mauling Andy Murray 5-7, 6-2, 6-2, 6-4, to keep the British fans waiting for a home-grown champion at the Wimbledon. Photo: AP
Nearly everyone in the crowd stood and yelled for Andy Murray, who had been trying to become the first British man since Fred Perry in 1936 to win the Wimbledon title. Photo: AP
Rafael Nadal's mother Ana Maria Parera (L), his girfriend Maria Francisca Perello (C), and sister María Isabel watch his semifinal match against Andy Murray. Photo: AP
Andy Murray answers questions at a press conference following his loss to Nadal. Since Bunny Austin in 1938, British men have lost 11 semifinal matches at the All England Club, including four by Tim Henman in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Photo: AP
Rafael Nadal fans react as they watch his semifinal match against Andy Murray. Photo: AP
Kim Sears, girlfriend of Andy Murray, takes her seat on Centre Court prior to his semifinal match against Nadal. Photo: AP
Andy Murray waves to the crowd after being defeated by Rafael Nadal. Photo: AP
Spectators react as they watch the men's semifinal on a giant screen between Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray. Photo: AP